1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | 240 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
